Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
FMCSA announces its decision to exempt 12 individuals from the hearing requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate commerce. The exemptions enable these hard of hearing and deaf individuals to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
| Agency | Transportation Department, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration |
|---|---|
| Document type | Notice |
| Published | 2026-04-14 |
| Summary | FMCSA announces its decision to exempt 12 individuals from the hearing requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate commerce. The exemptions enable these hard of hearing and deaf individuals to operate CMVs in interstate commerce. |
| Document number | 2026-07157 |
| Official record | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/14/2026-07157/qualification-of-drivers-exemption-applications-hearing |